I've been through the previous threads on tyres, but now I want your help with clearing up the confusion.
I was offered Khumo's for my L/Cruiser, but after reading the past reports, they're definitely off the agenda. Michelin's look favourable.
I'm replacing the BFG A/T's. They've taken me around Oz more than three times in kms, but they have all worn uneven now, and have to go. I will replace 4 and keep the best BFG's as 2 spares.
My work is mainly black top, but I have to keep my options open for open-surface dirt roads and bush tracks. So I'm convinced A/T's are the most diverse way to go.
So now, which A/T?
BFG's again, or Michelin's, Mickey T's, or what? I'm not convinced Coopers are the most versatile way to go for my purposes.
Price is a consideration but not the main motive for choice. I'm a working girl again, actually getting paid now. I also don't want to blow the profits.
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20ft Roma caravan - Mercedes Benz Sprinter - SA-based at the moment. Transport has no borders.
Management makes the decisions, but is not affected by the decisions it makes.
I had a quote today, but it frightened me a bit. I'll price around and see if I can do better than $300+. They are still my preferred tyre based on past experience.
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20ft Roma caravan - Mercedes Benz Sprinter - SA-based at the moment. Transport has no borders.
Management makes the decisions, but is not affected by the decisions it makes.
I had a quote today, but it frightened me a bit. I'll price around and see if I can do better than $300+. They are still my preferred tyre based on past experience.
Yes I agree, a bit costly butdo keep in mind that BFG do have a 3 ply sidewall.....something a lot of other brands do not have.
Bridgestone A/T 694 with LT construction on my LC 100 Series. Good gear and will give you an edge in wet weather on bitumen. They also perform well on gravel.
Average in mud but special tyres are needed for that.
Got a good deal from LMart -look out for their specials. Always have the wheel alignment done by a specialised suspension shop. The calibration of wheel alignment equipment in tyre fitting shops is often out or less exact.
Hi CG, through MAXXIS into the equation too, have a look, get a quote & see what you think. Much less expensive I found, good value for money & a good tyre.
Regards Terry
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3.2lt 4 x 4 Mazda BT 50, single cab chas with full alloy canopy
I've been through the previous threads on tyres, but now I want your help with clearing up the confusion.
I was offered Khumo's for my L/Cruiser, but after reading the past reports, they're definitely off the agenda. Michelin's look favourable.
I'm replacing the BFG A/T's. They've taken me around Oz more than three times in kms, but they have all worn uneven now, and have to go. I will replace 4 and keep the best BFG's as 2 spares.
My work is mainly black top, but I have to keep my options open for open-surface dirt roads and bush tracks. So I'm convinced A/T's are the most diverse way to go.
So now, which A/T?
BFG's again, or Michelin's, Mickey T's, or what? I'm not convinced Coopers are the most versatile way to go for my purposes.
Price is a consideration but not the main motive for choice. I'm a working girl again, actually getting paid now. I also don't want to blow the profits.
Hi CG, you have stated "3 times around the block" with BFG's, they are all terrain and it would seem that you are satisfied with their performance. You will have the back up of a few old spare's to boot.
If the bulk of your work is bitumen than a tread suited for same in AT, say 80/20 if that is your current tread would be fine. They will still handle a bit of mud. Mickey t's can be expensive, Coopers likewise and everyone will have a different view/opinion as to what suits. If your budget can handle it go with what you know works. ( can you claim any expenses for replacement tyres due to nature of your employment?)
CG, We have had only good experiences with Dunlop SF Road Gripper tyres, on both the Land Rover and the van. When the LR was new, its Michelin tyres gave us good service, both bitumen and unsealed. When replacement needed, I was silly enough to believe one of those comparison/review articles in a 4WD magazine, and we bought a set of tyres that supposedly met our needs at the time - very bad decision. It was not long before we decided to scrap these and on the advice of a tyre person in Rockhampton, bought our first set of Dunlops. The Truck and van have travelled much better on this type of tyre. We seem to get between 60,000-80,000 km out of a set, varying depending on how much travel is on crummy tracks (Bungles, Mitchell Plateau etc) and in city traffic with much braking, and how much is open road cruising. Our travelling friend has them on her Troopy, on her second set now, and is very happy also - she did the Canning and only got one flat. Highly recommended, though they aren't as "fashionable" it seems, as some other brands.
It's not about "fashion", it's about what works, value for money, reliability and serviceability. In answer to Ozi21, I can claim a large % off tax. The BFG's worked ok in mud and slush on the Dampier Peninsula, north of Broome, going to Willie Creek. My white L/C turned red with the mud, but she kept right on going. So if I stay with BFG's, I just have to shop around for the best price. I reckon I can do better than $300+. My mechanic is a bit of a "boy", and advises me to buy the cheapest. But that's because he chews his out with "circle work" and bush bashing. He also has a lot of my money to play with in his collection of vehicles. Statesman, Chev ute and Ford Maverick (Nissan Patrol). Thanks for the other opinions. Around here mine is the only one I have to work with, so this "discussion" has been greatly appreciated. We have to have this little chat again some time.
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20ft Roma caravan - Mercedes Benz Sprinter - SA-based at the moment. Transport has no borders.
Management makes the decisions, but is not affected by the decisions it makes.
I had a quote today, but it frightened me a bit. I'll price around and see if I can do better than $300+. They are still my preferred tyre based on past experience.
Yes I agree, a bit costly butdo keep in mind that BFG do have a 3 ply sidewall.....something a lot of other brands do not have.
I haw BFG on my tug...no experince on perfomance yet...But BFG haw been around for a long time...And thanks to Borama577 for informing me about 3 play sidewall...I'll just stay with them...the most important thing to look out for is how old the tyres are...they all must haw production date stamped on the side of the tyre .Recomended life span is 5 years...So if they are on special make sure they are not 4 years old...
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Thanks Doug...The truth is that tyres do deteriorate on the shelf...so the date is most important...And the price is last when it comes to safety......
The dealers are not happy me asking to check the date...But its my money my life and it makes me happy...
Cheers...
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